2001 Honda City vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 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, 1991 Opel Astra (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City. 1991 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda City has manual transmission. 2001 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda City | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | City | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
