2005 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 190 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
