1983 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 167 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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Ascona | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Ascona | Accent |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
