2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 28 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 628 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 350Z | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
