1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Ascona | Juke |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |