1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 17 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 124 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Ascona | Visto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
