1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | S-10 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
