1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |