1999 Opel Astra vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 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, 1972 Volkswagen K 70 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
