1998 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 1998 Opel Astra and 1998 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 215 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 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 406 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |