1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 29 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 390 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 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, 2009 Seat Exeo, 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2642 mm |
