1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
