1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 17 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Opel Ascona (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Excel has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Excel | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
