1989 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
