1985 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 672 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accord | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
