2002 Nissan Almera vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Almera (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 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, 2002 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Almera | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
