1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 124 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
