1981 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1991 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. Both 1981 Vauxhall Astra and 1991 Vauxhall Astra are equipped with a 1,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Vauxhall Astra (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Vauxhall Astra | 1991 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
