1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1260 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | T5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
