1994 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 254 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Astra | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Astra | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |