1997 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 71 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
