1999 Pontiac Rageous vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, both 1999 Pontiac Rageous and 1999 Holden Astra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 944 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Pontiac Rageous is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Pontiac Rageous. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 1999 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Rageous has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Rageous will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Rageous | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Rageous | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
