1994 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Opel Corsa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 496 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Corsa. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Corsa | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
