1978 Toyota Tercel vs. 1986 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Toyota Tercel (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Tercel | 1986 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tercel | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
