1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 395 kg more than 1980 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, 1987 Opel Omega (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Omega |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
