1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 85 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 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Ascona | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Ascona | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |