1985 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 16 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Frogster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |