1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Lumina and 1998 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Lumina | Astra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |