1985 Opel Ascona vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 220 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Ascona | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Celica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |