1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Ascona | VX220 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |