1977 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
