1985 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Omega |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |