1997 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 40 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 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Astra | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Altea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
