1994 Opel Astra vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1994 Opel Astra and 1994 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1994 Opel 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 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Astra | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 605 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |