2004 Holden Combo vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Combo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Combo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
