1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Golf |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
