1997 Toyota Venture vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 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, 1997 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Venture | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Venture | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1810 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
