1974 BMW Touring vs. 1993 Opel Astra
To start off, 1993 Opel Astra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Astra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1993 Opel Astra | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Touring | Astra |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |