1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Celica | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
