1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 320 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Ascona | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
