1993 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1993 Ford Focus and 1993 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1993 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Astra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
