1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
