1989 Nissan Terrano vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 8 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 725 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Terrano | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Terrano | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
