1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Opel Astra
To start off, 1997 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 835 kg more than 1997 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
