1991 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (223 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
