2007 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
