1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 27 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 795 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Ascona | IS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
