1998 Ford Triton vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1998 Ford Triton 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 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Triton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Triton (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Triton should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Triton weights approximately 32 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 Ford Triton (174 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (165 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Triton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Triton | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Triton | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2620 mm |
