1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 93 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Ascona | 390 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |