1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 24 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 257 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Ascona | Toledo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |