2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 16 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1016 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
