2000 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2000 Land Rover Freelander (166 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Land Rover Freelander | 1991 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Freelander | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |