1998 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 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 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 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 (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Vectra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |