2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 324 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 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 (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
