1998 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 204 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Touran |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1170 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
