1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
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 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Venture | Astra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |