1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Astra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
