1995 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 108 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
