2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 344 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Primera | Ascona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |