1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1997 Ford Maverick and 1997 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 700 kg more than 1997 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Maverick | 1997 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Maverick | Astra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |