1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 506 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Ascona | CR-V |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1644 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |