2002 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 113 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
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, 2002 Opel Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astra | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
