2009 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 611 kg more than 1988 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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |