2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1186 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Ascona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |