1984 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 28 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 416 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Ascona | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Opel | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ascona | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
