1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (347 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 80 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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Ascona | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
