1986 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1991 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 830 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1991 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Astra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
