2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 31 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
