1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 682 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Opel | Holden |
Model | Ascona | Monaro |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |