1983 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Vauxhall Astra | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
