1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 31 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 366 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Ascona | ILX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
