1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 149 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
