1983 Honda Prelude vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Prelude | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Astra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |