1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 446 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Ascona | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Jetta |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |