2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | Concept Eight | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2400 mm |
