1985 Opel Ascona vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 640 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Opel Ascona | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |