1984 Opel Ascona vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 6 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
