1998 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
