1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
