1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Ascona | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |