1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 22 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona. 2002 Toyota Pod 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. 2002 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Pod |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
