1970 Opel Ascona vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 22 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 245 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | 245 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
