1995 Nissan President vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Because 1995 Nissan President 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 1995 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1995 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan President | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | President | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
