1995 Opel Astra vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1995 Opel Astra and 1995 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 72 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra. 1995 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Astra | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |