1995 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 100 NX | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 100 NX | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
