1985 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 262 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1985 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1985 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Vauxhall Astra | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
