1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 650 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
