1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1990 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | RX-01 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
