1999 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1999 Audi S8 and 1999 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
