2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1992 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 218 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Opel Astra (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 1992 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Cee'd | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
