1986 Opel Ascona vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 8 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 36 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Ascona | 100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1113 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
