1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
