1991 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 200 weights approximately 25 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 (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
