1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 298 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
