2006 Opel Astra vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2006 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Astra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
