1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 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 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |