1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daimler | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Astra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |