1973 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 36 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 474 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, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Ascona | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Camry |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 96.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |