1994 Honda Today vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 358 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1995 Opel Astra (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
