1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 5 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 47 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
