1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (190 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 1954 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daimler | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Astra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
