1999 Hyundai Dynasty vs. 1999 Opel Astra

To start off, both 1999 Hyundai Dynasty 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1999 Hyundai Dynasty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai Dynasty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Hyundai Dynasty 1999 Opel Astra
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Dynasty Astra
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2640 mm


 

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