1991 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, both 1991 Opel Astra and 1991 Renault Express were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Express |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
