1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fairlane | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |