1979 Opel Ascona vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Subaru Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 167 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Ascona | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Ascona | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2408 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
