1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 12 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 205 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Ascona | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
