2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 33 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 744 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.
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 Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Hardbody | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
