1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 12 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
