1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
