1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 762 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Ascona | Actyon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |