1998 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Yaris (171 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |