1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Italdesign | Opel |
| Model | Nazca | Astra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
