1990 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 504 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |