1989 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 264 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1991 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |