1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 11 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 368 kg more than 1975 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, 1986 Opel Omega (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Ascona | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Ascona | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |