1995 Opel Astra vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 228 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Astra (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Astra | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
