1995 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1447 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 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Astra | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | Armada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
