1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cedric | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
