1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 27 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Opel | Reliant |
| Model | Ascona | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
