1999 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
