1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
