1971 Opel Ascona vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Volvo 780 (143 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Ascona | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | 780 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
