1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 831 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Ascona | Rexton |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |