1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 147 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 2003 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pickup | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
