1990 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 646 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall 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, 2010 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Vauxhall Astra | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Stream |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
