1998 Honda Passport vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (105 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Passport | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
