1998 Opel Astra vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
