2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 401 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 Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
