2000 Holden Astra vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Astra weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 2002 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Astra | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
