1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Neon is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Neon (132 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 159 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, 1996 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1996 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Ascona | Neon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
