1985 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | BMW |
| Model | Astra | X3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
