1995 Opel Astra vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 148 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1995 Opel Astra (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Astra | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
