1990 Honda Integra vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. 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, 2004 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
