1990 Holden Barina vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 8 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2580 mm |
