1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 283 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Ascona | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |