2002 Honda City vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 348 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |