1998 Opel Astra vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Astra (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
