1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 108 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
