1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 701 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 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Sharan |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |