1991 Opel Astra vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 74 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
