1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 30 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Ascona | Logan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
