1988 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 134 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda NSX | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
