1984 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 715 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Ascona | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
