1994 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
