1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 900 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ascona | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
