1997 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
