1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 15 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 410 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (298 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | S40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
