2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs. 1984 Holden Astra
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Holden Astra. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 814 kg more than 1984 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Astra. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Astra.
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2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | 1984 Holden Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Holden |
Model | Range Rover Evoque | Astra |
Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1669 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2420 mm |