1991 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 40 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Hyundai Lantra | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Lantra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
