1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
