1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. 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 (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Ascona | Arena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
