1982 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1984 Toyota Crown is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown 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 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. 1984 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1982 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1982 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Vauxhall Astra | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
