1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 501 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Opel | Jeep |
| Model | Ascona | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
