1999 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
