2006 Opel Astra vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
