1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 720 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 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Ascona | C70 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |