1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 741 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 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Ascona | Korando |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |