1969 Nissan Laurel 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 Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,813 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 90 kg more than 1981 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, 1969 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Laurel | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1813 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
