2004 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Commodore. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
