1982 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 165 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
