1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 20 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), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 440 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Avensis |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |