1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 676 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saleen S7 weights approximately 327 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 848 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Opel | Saleen |
Model | Ascona | S7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2692 mm |