2002 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 324 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
