1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 21 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 560 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Ascona | CL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
