2006 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
