2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. Both 2008 Honda Accord and 1999 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
