1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1031 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.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Ascona | LS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3091 mm |
