1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 166 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Ascona | 45 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |