1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 385 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
