1992 BMW 520 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1984 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 520 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
