1973 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 445 kg more than 1973 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Ascona | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
