1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 446 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 Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 Mark II | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Mark II |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |