1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 12 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 260 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, 1994 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Ascona | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
