1993 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
