1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 612 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | V70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
