1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 18 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 996 weights approximately 361 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Ascona | 996 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |