2005 Opel Astra vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Astra (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
