2006 Opel Astra vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 657 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
