1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 is newer by 17 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 240 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, 2003 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Opel | Samsung |
| Model | Ascona | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
