2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 1400 | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 1400 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1389 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
