1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 7 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 140 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Concerto | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
