1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,968 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 284 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
