1998 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 368 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2004 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |