1970 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1030 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.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Ascona | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
