2004 Opel Astra vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Astra | Today |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |