1991 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1543 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Astra | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 88 L |
