1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 8 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 275 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, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Opel | Venturi |
| Model | Ascona | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
