2000 Opel Astra vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
