1999 Holden Astra vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Holden 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
