1999 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Corsa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 88 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |