2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 18 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
