1995 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 48 kg more than 1995 Opel 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, 1995 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Carina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |