1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
