1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 233 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |