2005 Opel Astra vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 2005 Opel Astra (281 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
