1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 31 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 410 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Ascona | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |
