1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1984 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1984 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 244 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1984 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
