1991 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1085 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Opel Astra | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Sienna |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 79 L |