1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2000 Proton Perdana is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 231 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Ascona | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
