1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 375 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Ascona | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
