1995 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
