1991 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
