1998 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 14 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), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | iQ |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 32 L |