1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 32 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 718 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Ascona | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
