1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 52 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Ascona | Accent |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
