1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Ascona | Vue |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
