1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 30 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 1,802 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 26 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Ascona | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | MR2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |