1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 520 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Ascona | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
