1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 36 kg more than 1981 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, 1983 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Ascona | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
