1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 560 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 LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA 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 LFA | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Ascona | LFA |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
