1999 Holden Astra vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Astra | Frontier |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |