1970 Opel Ascona vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 12 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Ascona weights approximately 158 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1982 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1970 Opel Ascona (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ascona | Nova |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
