1971 Opel Ascona vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 21 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 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Ascona | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
