1992 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 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. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1992 Opel Astra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1992 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Astra. (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Astra. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1992 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1992 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Astra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Astra | Continental |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3065 mm |
