2004 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (139 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
