2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 11 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |