1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 22 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 930 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
