1997 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Astra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Opel Astra | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
