1987 Honda Legend vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1982 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1982 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Ascona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |