1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Equator |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
