Opel Astra 1998 1.7 DTi

Opel Astra 1998 1.7 diesel description

Hatchback Opel Astra 1998 1.7 DTi has been produced from November, 1999 to August, 2003. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.7 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 165 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Mitsubishi TD025 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Opel Astra 1.7 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Opel Astra 1998 1.7 DTi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Astra 1998 1.7 DTi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Opel Astra 1998 1.7 DTi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.8 litres per 100km (20.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Opel Astra 1998 - 2004 versions, city fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1080 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1300 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 5.2 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Astra fuel consumption.

Opel Astra safety

During safety testing Opel Astra has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Opel Astra is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Opel Astra got one star.