1998 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Opel Astra

To start off, both 1998 Ford Focus 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 82 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.

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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Focus 1998 Opel Astra
Make Ford Opel
Model Focus Astra
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 80.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 88.2 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1118 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2620 mm


 

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