1999 Toyota Echo vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. 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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Echo | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Echo | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
