1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 402 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, 1950 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 2-Litre | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
