1991 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 175 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2006 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |