1991 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 1991 Opel Astra and 1991 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Proton Saloon.
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 (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Astra | 1991 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Opel | Proton |
Model | Astra | Saloon |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |