1999 Opel Astra vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Honda Concerto.
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 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
