1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1203 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Ascona | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
