1988 Lada Samara vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Samara | Ascona |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |