1985 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Ascona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |