1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 8 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 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, 1993 Proton Persona (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Ascona | Persona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1834 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 | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
