1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto.
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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Concerto | Astra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
