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 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 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 448 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 (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 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 | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
