1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 680 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Ascona | IS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
