2003 Opel Astra vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 588 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Today |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
