1986 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 20 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1606 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 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Astra | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Astra | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2890 mm |
