1999 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Astra | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
