1996 Nissan Sunny vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 348 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
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, 2001 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sunny | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
