1986 Holden Astra vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Astra | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Astra | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |