1998 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 125 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Astra | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2596 mm |
