1995 Opel Astra vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. 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, 1995 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Carina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |