1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 354 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1644 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Opel Ascona | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Touareg |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |