1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 88 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
