1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 27 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 526 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona. 2007 Volvo V50 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. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | V50 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
