1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 606 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
