1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | 245 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
