2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Pride Wagon | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Pride Wagon | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |