1998 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 14 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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 (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Astra | Premacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |