1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 9 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 514 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Ascona | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
