1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
