1992 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1992 Opel Astra.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Astra. (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Astra | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
