1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 398 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 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Ascona | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
