2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 945 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
