2005 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 281 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
