1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 12 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
