1964 Toyota Corona vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Corona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Corona | Astra |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |