1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 24 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, 1999 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Capa weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa, 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa. 1999 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1975 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1975 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Ascona | Capa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
