1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 661 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 Opel Corsa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
