2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |