1979 Opel Ascona vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2.5 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1979 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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Ascona | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Ascona | 2.5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2408 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |