1998 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 252 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Astra | Micra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |