1990 Nissan Pintara vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Pintara | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pintara | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
