1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 670 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 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ascona | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
