1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 25 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 60 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 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
