1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 19 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Ascona | Baleno |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
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 | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |