1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 8 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), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 690 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2580 mm |
