1999 Honda Z vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Z | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
