1991 Opel Astra vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
