2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Speedster |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |