1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1997 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1997 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 615 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 Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1997 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Thunderbird | Astra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |