1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
