1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Jeep | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2659 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
