1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina. 2006 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Carina | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Carina | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
