1999 Kia Potentia vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Kia Potentia is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Potentia | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Potentia | Ascona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |