1991 Mazda 626 vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1991 Mazda 626 and 1991 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 626 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Opel Astra (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626. 1991 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 1991 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1991 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 626 | 1991 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 626 | Astra |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |