1998 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 655 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |