1998 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Astra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |