1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 440 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
