1998 Opel Astra vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1998 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
