2006 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Holden Astra
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Holden Astra. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 723 kg more than 1987 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1987 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
