2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 102 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
