1996 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, both 1996 Opel Astra and 1996 Rover 200 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Astra | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |