1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
