1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 361 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 Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.2 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
