1995 Opel Omega vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Omega | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Omega | Ascona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |