2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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 (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Mobilio | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |