2009 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 423 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1986 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |