2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vamos (149 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. (101 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1979 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1979 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vamos | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
