2000 Acura Integra vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 16 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 651 kg more than 1984 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 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
