1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Fairlady | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
