1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 196 kg more than 1984 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, 1976 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
