1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 16 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 340 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Ascona | Breeze |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |