1991 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 4 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
