2007 Renault Trafic vs. 1986 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 1986 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Trafic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
