1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 275 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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Ascona | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Ascona | Polo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |