1991 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, both 1991 Opel Astra and 1991 Rover 820 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 820 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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 Rover 820 (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 820 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Astra | 1991 Rover 820 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Astra | 820 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |