2008 Opel Astra vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 728 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
