2002 Acura CL vs. 1990 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1990 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1990 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1990 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Acura | Vauxhall |
| Model | CL | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
