2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2000 Ginetta G34 and 2000 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 374 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Because 2000 Ginetta G34 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 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ginetta | Opel |
| Model | G34 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
