1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
