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Vauxhall Astra

General information

ModelVauxhall Astra
Year1982
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque88.00 Nm (9.0 kgf-m or 64.9 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 61.0 mm (3.2 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0714 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight840 kg (1,851.9 pounds)
Overall length4010 mm (157.9 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
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