2004 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |