2008 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 540 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
