1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 90 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 RunX (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | RunX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
