1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 590 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 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
