2007 Opel Astra vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
