2008 Opel Astra vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Opel 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
