1992 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Opel Commodore

To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 234 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda Accord 1968 Opel Commodore
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Commodore
Year Released 1992 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 2239 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2670 mm


 

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