1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 80 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 Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Yaris |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |