1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 950 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Ascona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |