1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 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 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 90 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, 1989 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |