2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio 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 Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Mobilio | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Mobilio | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |