1998 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 311 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, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |