1989 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 23 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 31 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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 (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Combo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
