1989 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Vauxhall Astra | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Xedos |
| Model | Astra | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
