2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 98 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 674 kg more than 1979 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
