2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1998 Opel Astra

To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. Both 2000 Opel Corsa and 1998 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,389 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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, 1998 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2000 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Opel Corsa 1998 Opel Astra
Make Opel Opel
Model Corsa Astra
Year Released 2000 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 125 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 73.4 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2620 mm


 

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