1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 536 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 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
