1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Astra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
