2001 Nissan Almera vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2001 Nissan Almera is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Almera | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
