1979 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 26 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 68 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 123 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
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, 2005 Opel Combo, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Ascona | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Combo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2408 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
