1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Ascona | 400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |