2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 846 kg more than 1971 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 Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
