1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 820 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Ascona | Korando |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |