1996 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1996 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (94 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (160 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Sonata | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Sonata | Astra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |