1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |