2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 570 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 61 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
