2005 Opel Astra vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
