1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aspire | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
