1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Will weights approximately 395 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Will |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
