1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 540 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Ascona | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Ascona | C30 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |