2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1991 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1991 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1736 kg more than 1991 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Corsa. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1991 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1991 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1991 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
