1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 283 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Ascona | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
