1996 Opel Astra vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
