1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |