1995 Acura Legend vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1995 Acura Legend and 1995 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1995 Opel Astra | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | Legend | Astra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |