1998 Opel Astra vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Astra | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
