1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 235 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |