1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1700 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
