1984 Nissan Prairie vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Nissan Prairie is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Prairie | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Prairie | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
