2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mustang and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
