2008 Opel Astra vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
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, 2008 Opel Astra (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
