1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 25 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1176 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ascona | Routan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
