1983 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 717 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
