1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza 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 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 51 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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Forenza |
| 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 | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
