2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1991 Vauxhall Astra

To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 10 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Pride Wagon 1991 Vauxhall Astra
Make Kia Vauxhall
Model Pride Wagon Astra
Year Released 2000 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 63 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 830 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


 

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