1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 244 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
