1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Acura CSX
To start off, 2006 Acura CSX is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura CSX weights approximately 263 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, 2006 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2006 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Ascona | CSX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
