1982 Opel Corsa vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (54 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
