1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1973 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 1973 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 300 ZX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
