1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
