1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2001 Holden Astra
To start off, 2001 Holden Astra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 147 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2001 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Jetfire | Astra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
