1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 17 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 281 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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Ascona | 900i |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
