1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Crown |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
