1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Ascona | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |