1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 385 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
