1994 Toyota Venture vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Venture | Astra |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |