1998 Honda Today vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 676 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
