1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Avenger 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 110 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 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Avenger | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Avenger | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |