1991 Opel Astra vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
