1994 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1994 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1994 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Astra | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Opel | Land Rover |
| Model | Astra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 104 L |
