2005 Opel Astra vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
