1996 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3220 mm |
