1991 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 960 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |