2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Vauxhall 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 (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
