1980 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 352 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Vauxhall Cresta 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 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Astra | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Astra | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
