1998 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 511 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
