2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 369 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
