1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 172 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
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, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | iQ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
