1998 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Opel Astra (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
