2007 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 343 kg more than 1993 Opel 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1993 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
