2000 AC Aceca vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Aceca | Ascona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |