1985 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 22 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 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 353 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |