1995 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 11 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 207 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |