1983 Opel Ascona vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 11 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 165 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
