1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 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 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Ascona | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
