1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 252 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Ascona | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 87.3 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 | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
