1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Tiburon | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 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 | 1257 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
