2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1980 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 1980 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Camry | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
