1996 Opel Astra vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 846 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
