1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 20 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 813 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Omega |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
