1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 162 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Opel Kadett (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
