2006 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Astra. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Range Rover | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
