1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 28 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2008 Toyota Tazz, 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
