1999 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
