1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 28 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 599 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 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Ascona | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
