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Opel Astra 1.8

General information

ModelOpel Astra 1.8
Year1998
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1796 ccm (109.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.00 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque170.00 Nm (17.3 kgf-m or 125.4 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke80.6 x 88.2 mm (3.2 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0967 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4430 litres (1,170 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4060 mm (159.8 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2620 mm (103.1 inches)
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