1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tamora weights approximately 130 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Ascona | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
