1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 54 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, 2008 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 151 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daimler | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Astra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |