2000 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 251 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
