1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Pickup is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 332 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra.
Because 1999 Nissan Pickup 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 1999 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel 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, 1994 Opel Astra (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Pickup | 1994 Opel Astra | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pickup | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1113 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |