1997 Opel Astra vs. 1997 Peugeot 605
To start off, both 1997 Opel Astra and 1997 Peugeot 605 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Astra | 1997 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 605 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |