1973 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 39 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1013 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 2012 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Ascona. 2012 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Opel Ascona | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Ascona | Kyron |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |