1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 16 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 688 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, 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
