2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 44 L |
