1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Prelude | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Astra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
