1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 115 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Ascona | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
