1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 24 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 480 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Ascona | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2642 mm |
