2006 Opel Astra vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
