1994 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 13 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
