1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Cedric (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Cedric (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
