1999 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
