1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 7 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 5 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Ascona | Horizon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |