1983 Nissan Stanza vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Nissan Stanza 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. Both 1983 Nissan Stanza and 1981 Opel Ascona are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 134 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
