2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 44 L |