1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 570 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Ascona | Outback |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
