1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 566 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
