1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 28 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), 2009 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 477 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, 2009 Daewoo Evanda (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2009 Daewoo Evanda | |
Make | Opel | Daewoo |
Model | Ascona | Evanda |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |