1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (437 HP @ 7350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Ford Indigo. (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (531 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Indigo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7350 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
