2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 890 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (85 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tundra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3398 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2530 mm |
