2005 Opel Astra vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 260 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
