1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1969 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (64 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley Kestrel. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1969 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Opel | Riley |
| Model | Ascona | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
