1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Ascona | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |