1998 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 83 L |
