2005 Opel Astra vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2005 Opel 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
