2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1980 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1980 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1980 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1980 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
