1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 22 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 540 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Ascona | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
