1998 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1998 Opel Astra and 1998 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |