1971 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 464 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Ascona | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Touran |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |