2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 606 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
