1995 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 285 kg more 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Astra | 5 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |