1979 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Opel Ascona. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 273 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Ascona. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Ascona | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Highlander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2408 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |