1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 580 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 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |