1999 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
