1995 Opel Astra vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Astra | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Astra | X1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
