1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Opel Astra
To start off, 1997 Opel Astra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Astra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1997 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Astra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
