1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 11 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
