1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Skyline | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
