2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 517 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
