1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 24 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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 (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |