1984 Opel Ascona vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1984 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ascona | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
