1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Astra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | Range Rover | Astra |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |