1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 605 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
