1995 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 222 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Astra | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Touran |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
