1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 325 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Ascona | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
