1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 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, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Ascona | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
