1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 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 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Ascona | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
