1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Azure 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 1998 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Azure | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Azure | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2600 mm |
