1991 Opel Astra vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
