1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 17 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Euro 1 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
