1995 Nissan Presea vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. Both 1995 Nissan Presea and 2012 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (143 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 256 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. 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, 2012 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Presea | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Presea | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
