1999 Honda City vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |