1989 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
