1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
