1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 720 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
