2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 25 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 805 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
