1999 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Astra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
