2000 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
