1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Opel Astra

To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 32 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 378 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona.

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, 2007 Opel Astra, 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, 2007 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Opel Ascona 2007 Opel Astra
Make Opel Opel
Model Ascona Astra
Year Released 1975 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1897 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.8 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1002 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 52 L


 

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