1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 31 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 342 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Ascona | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
