1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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 Seat Toledo (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
