1972 Opel Ascona vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1984 Toyota MR2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota MR2 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Toyota MR2 (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Ascona | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | MR2 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |