1998 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
