1990 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. 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, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Carina | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Carina | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
