1996 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 560 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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Astra | Venga |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1710 kg |