1980 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 604 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Astra | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2799 mm |
