1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1983 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Vauxhall Astra (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1983 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ascona | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
