1995 Opel Astra vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, both 1995 Opel Astra and 1995 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 1995 Rover 200 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Astra | 200 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |