1999 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
