1977 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 528 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Corolla | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
