1991 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 59 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2009 Opel Astra | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | Toronado | Astra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |