1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 10 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra, 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, 1988 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Ascona | Integra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
