1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Tercel (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Tercel |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |