1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 531 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 Volvo S40 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Ascona | S40 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |