1996 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Audi A5

To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 16 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 610 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Opel Astra 2012 Audi A5
Make Opel Audi
Model Astra A5
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2751 mm


 

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