1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 40 L |
