2000 Mitsubishi SSS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi SSS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS weights approximately 985 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, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS (270 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi SSS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi SSS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | SSS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
