2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | 4Runner | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
