2003 Opel Astra vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 118 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
