1992 Toyota Sera vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (105 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Sera | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sera | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
