1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Discovery | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
