1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 123 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Prelude | 1995 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Astra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1827 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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |