1994 Opel Astra vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 667 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 TVR Speed 12 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 2005 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Astra | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Astra | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
