1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 900 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ascona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |