1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 26 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 1387 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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | GTI |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
