2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Astra. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sienna | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
