1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1982 Reliant SE6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 230 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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Opel | Reliant |
Model | Ascona | SE6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |