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 100 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 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 936 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 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.
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 | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1284 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 |
