1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 16 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 74 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Combo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
