1991 Opel Astra vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 325 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.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 405 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
