1998 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Astra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
