1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 710 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (85 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
