1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 658 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Ascona | Omega |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |