1970 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Ascona | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
