1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 188 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
