2007 Nissan Micra vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Micra (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
