1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 80 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, 2005 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Ascona | Swift |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
