1984 Opel Ascona vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 346 kg more than 1984 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, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Ascona | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
