1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 933 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
