2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 438 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 52 L |
