1975 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 37 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1013 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Ascona | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
