1996 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 30 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |