1999 Holden Astra vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 258 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.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Astra | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |
