2003 Holden Astra vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Holden Astra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 748 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
