1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 940 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Ascona | Panamera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |