2007 Nissan Altima vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 26 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 620 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Altima | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
