1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1989 Rover 216 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Rover 216 (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Ascona | 216 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
