1994 Opel Omega vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 490 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, 1994 Opel Omega (227 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Ascona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |