1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 393 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel 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, 2012 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Corona | Astra |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |