1999 Opel Astra vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Astra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (83 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
