1992 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Astra would be higher. Both 1992 Opel Astra and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 620 kg more than 1992 Opel Astra.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Astra. (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Astra | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astra | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
