1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 485 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 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1072 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2604 mm |
