2000 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Astra | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Astra | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |