2007 Opel Astra vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 523 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 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 | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
