1989 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1998 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 100 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
