1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 153 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
