2002 Honda City vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 11 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
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 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | City | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
