1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
