2005 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 253 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
