2008 Nissan Quest vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1485 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 1982 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 1982 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest, 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
