1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 183 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 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1072 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
