1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 506 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, 1991 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Vanette | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Vanette | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2580 mm |
